Joel Embiid hasn't been on the court as often as he or the 76ers would like in his NBA career, and after his latest season-ending injury, his availability is once again in the crosshairs.

Joel Embiid's final possession of the season is sadly fitting. As I've said before, Embiid's desire to play shouldn't be questioned. He has prematurely returned from many injuries for the postseason.

Dec 8, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Chicago Bulls center Nikola Vucevic (9) defends against Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) during the second half at United Center.

Feb 9, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) holds the ball as Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) defends during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum.

With Joel Embiid's nagging injuries, adding Lopez makes plenty of sense. Outside of the 2021-2022 season, when he underwent back surgery, he's been available, playing in at least 70 games since ...

Feb 9, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) holds the ball as Milwaukee Bucks center Brook Lopez (11) defends during the second quarter at Fiserv Forum.